US Congressman Proposes Renaming Greenland to 'Red, White, and Blueland'
A Republican congressman has proposed legislation to rename Greenland “Red, White, and Blueland” as part of a broader effort to facilitate the U.S. acquisition of the autonomous Danish territory. Representative Buddy Carter of Georgia introduced the “Red, White, and Blueland Act of 2025,” which would authorize President Donald Trump to negotiate the purchase of Greenland and mandate the renaming of the island in federal documents within six months. Carter described the move as a national security priority, stating, “America is back and will soon be bigger than ever with the addition of Red, White, and Blueland.”
The proposal has been met with strong opposition from Danish officials, including Anders Vistisen, a Danish Member of the European Parliament, who called the idea “absurd” and warned it could damage U.S.-Denmark relations. Greenland, a self-governing territory of Denmark, has repeatedly stated it is not for sale. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has emphasized that Greenland’s sovereignty is non-negotiable.
Trump has long expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, citing its strategic location and natural resources as vital to U.S. interests. However, surveys indicate that only 6% of Greenlanders support joining the U.S., with 85% opposed. The bill faces significant hurdles, as it must first pass through committee review before advancing to a vote in Congress. Critics argue the proposal is more symbolic than practical, given the strong resistance from both Greenland and Denmark.
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We will proudly welcome its people to join the freest nation to ever exist, said Rep. Earl Buddy Carter.
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